For the past 40 years, the American Cancer Society’s Alabama chapter has hosted its annual Birmingham Hope Gala in support of the organization’s mission to fund groundbreaking cancer research, support education and prevention efforts and provide patient support. Prior to pandemic effects, this year’s gala was scheduled to take place on Aug. 21, organized by co-chairs Kristen … [Read more...]
Reid Jones named CEO of UAB Medicine
Reid F. Jones has been named chief executive officer of UAB Medicine. Jones, who has been chief operating officer of the UAB Health System since the position was created in 2013, assumes the duties of CEO of UAB Medicine as Will Ferniany, Ph.D., takes on the roles of CEO of the UAB Health System/Ascension St. Vincent’s alliance, established July 1, and the UAB Health … [Read more...]
Flower Power : Florists Send a Message of Hope with Rotary Trail Installation
By Caroline Rice Birmingham was gifted with an arch of flowers on the Rotary Trail sign in the heart of the city June 5 after a group of local florists were determined to use their talents to show love to their hurting community. After a week that had begun with protests and shattered glass, Carolyn Chen, florist at Wild Things in Homewood, wanted to end it with something … [Read more...]
Active Duty: Vestavia Hills Woman Serves Military Spouses With Education and Advocacy
By Emily Williams Vestavia Hills resident Anne Hartline may not have served in the military, but she serves military families through the Military Officers Association of America’s Surviving Spouses Advisory Council. In her sixth year on the council, Hartline is chairwoman, advocating ways to help spouses of military officers and veterans navigate life after the loss of their … [Read more...]
Coaching Changes: Ware Elevated to Head Coach of Hoover’s Boys Basketball Team
By Rubin E. Grant Scott Ware was wondering why he stayed on as an assistant coach for the Hoover boys basketball team for the past eight years when he had opportunities to become a head coach elsewhere. Ware received his answer in late May when he was elevated to head coach of the Bucs, replacing Charles Burkett, who left to take over the program at Athens after 14 seasons … [Read more...]